Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, D3 Shot can elevate the calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia) if taken a high dose for a long time. The normal levels of calcium are restored after discontinuation of this drug and not consuming calcium-containing products. Do not take this drug in more than the prescribed doses to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Usually, D3 Shot is given for 2 - 4 weeks which may vary from case to case basis depending on the age, gender, and diagnosis of the patient. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed as the excess of a vitamin can also cause hypervitaminosis D (high levels of vitamin D) in our body that can lead to unpleasant side effects such as high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and fatigue.

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, D3 Shot causes a headache, if the drug is taken in more than the recommended doses. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, D3 Shot does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported to cause weight gain by the patients who are taking. It is not a known side effect of this drug. In fact, its long-term use might cause weight loss. It is presumed that it can prevent the formation of fat cells and their storage by increasing the levels of hormone chemical messengers serotonin and testosterone which leads to weight loss. If you experience heavy weight gain after using this drug and you are in doubt that this drug is causing unusual weight gain then discuss with your doctor without further delay.

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, D3 Shot can raise the phosphate levels (hyperphosphatemia) if taken a high dose for a long time. The normal levels of phosphate are restored after discontinuation of this drug. Do not take this drug in more than the recommended doses to avoid unpleasant side effects and high levels of phosphate.